TC Energy

Facility Planning Engineer

Houston, Texas Full time

Determined, imaginative, curious—if these are some of the ways you describe yourself, we want to learn more about you!

At TC Energy, we are proud to connect the world to the energy it needs. Guided by our values of safety in every step, personal accountability, one team and active learning, we deliver the critical energy that North America and the world rely on while balancing reliability, affordability and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Reporting to the Manager of Facility Planning West, this position continues to build knowledge of US Natural Gas (USNG) Commercial Operations through on the job assignments, working under minimal supervision and guidance from senior level engineers.

What you'll do

  • Conduct system hydraulic analyses of existing assets to determine short and long-term pipeline capacities.

  • Establish and approve firm pipeline capacity for designated USNG assets.

  • Develop hydraulic models and perform data analysis to support facility improvement programs and emissions reduction initiatives.

  • Provide technical support for FERC regulatory filings related to assigned facilities.

  • Collaborate with Gas Control and other stakeholders to ensure efficient daily operations across multiple pipeline segments with varying requirements.

  • Coordinate with internal teams and customers to plan, execute, and communicate maintenance and project activities impacting pipeline operations.

  • Design solutions aligned with commercial objectives, contracts, tariffs, and U.S. regulatory compliance standards.

  • Utilize hydraulic pipeline simulation software, historical data, and operational experience to provide input during project design and execution.

  • Develop and maintain data analysis tools, automate processes, and enhance reporting to optimize capacity and improve operational efficiency.

 

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Petroleum, or Civil Engineering from an ABET-accredited institution.

  • 2–4 years of practical engineering experience.

  • Proficiency with fluid flow simulation tools (e.g., DNV Synergi Gas, Gregg Engineering, ProMax, or similar).

 

Preferred Qualifications

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to develop innovative solutions.

  • Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

  • Intermediate knowledge of a programming language (e.g., Python).

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.

  • General understanding of U.S. natural gas industry operations.

To remain competitive, support our high-performance culture and allow for more flexibility in the way we work, we offer a hybrid work model and flexible dress code for our eligible office-based workforce in Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. #LI-Hybrid

About our business

We are a leader in North American energy infrastructure, spanning Canada, the U.S. and Mexico. Every day, our dedicated team proudly connects the world to the energy it needs—moving over 30 per cent of the cleaner-burning natural gas used across the continent. Complemented by strategic ownership and low-risk investments in power generation, our infrastructure fuels industries and generates affordable, reliable and sustainable power across North America, while enabling LNG exports to global markets.

TC Energy is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the US government. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. We are also committed to providing accommodations throughout the recruitment process. Applicants requiring accommodations or accessible formats are encouraged to contact us at careers@tcenergy.com for support.

All applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country where the position is based, without restrictions. Background screening is required for all positions, which may include criminal and/or credit checks. Offers may be extended at a different level or job title that best aligns with the successful candidate's qualifications.

Learn more

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Thank you for considering TC Energy in your career journey.